Selling guide
Selling your first home? Avoid these common mistakes
Steer clear of these common pitfalls.
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Selling your first home involves avoiding common pitfalls. It's crucial to understand and budget for all costs, including agent fees, legal services, and marketing. Be strategic with renovations, focusing only on changes that add clear value.
Choosing the right real estate agent is vital, so interview several candidates. Properly prepare your home for sale by decluttering, cleaning, and making essential repairs to maximise its appeal during viewings.
Set a realistic asking price and when evaluating offers, look beyond the dollar amount and carefully consider any attached conditions.
Mistakes to avoid as a first-time home seller in NZ
1. Not understanding the costs
Having a firm idea of the costs of selling is a must.
2. Over-spending on pre-sale renovations
3. Hiring the wrong agent
Choosing a real estate agent to sell your home is a crucial step.
4. Setting the wrong asking price
Do some research so you price your home right.
5. Not properly preparing your home for sale
6. Skimping on marketing
7. Hiding problems with your home
8. Only considering the highest offer
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